Practice Types Of Seismic Hazards (34.1.1) - Design Earthquake - Earthquake Engineering

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Question 1.
What is ground shaking?
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Think about how the earth moves in an earthquake.
Question 2.
Name one effect of surface rupture.
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Consider what happens when a fault moves underground.
3Question 3.
What type of seismic hazard is most commonly associated with earthquakes?
- Tsunamis
- Ground shaking
- Surface rupture
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Think about how structures are most often damaged.
4Question 4.
True or False: Liquefaction can occur in dry soil.
- True
- False
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Think about the conditions necessary for liquefaction.
Question 5.
Evaluate how potential liquefaction can affect the design of a new building in a flood-prone area. What measures should be taken?
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Consider construction methods and soil conditions.
Question 6.
Analyze the impact of a recent earthquake on a coastal city, focusing on tsunami damage and lessons learned for future preparedness.
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Reflect on how geography affects tsunami outcomes.

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